Chef Vicky Ratnani Opens Omny Kitchen in Gurugram with Indian-Global Menu

Omny Kitchen and Bar, the latest venture by Chef Vicky Ratnani, has opened its doors in Gurugram, aiming to offer a globally inspired dining experience grounded in Indian culinary traditions. The casual fine-dining restaurant blends global cooking techniques with regional Indian flavours, marking a new chapter in Chef Vicky's hospitality career after extensive international exposure.

Chef Vicky’s culinary philosophy, shaped by working alongside 35 different nationalities on ships and seven global culinary tours, finds its expression in Omny’s menu and design. “After spending a lot of time touring the world, I realised that every cuisine has something unique to offer; that there are overlaps in seemingly different cuisines… every dish I create is an opportunity to merge what I’ve learned globally with the soul of Indian cooking and ingredients,” he said.

At Omny, the concept integrates an open kitchen and bar, a lounge-style dining layout, and interiors designed with a mix of bamboo and aged steel, creating a space intended to reflect both industrial and natural aesthetics.

Priykant Gautam, Director of Omny Kitchen and Bar, described the space as a collaboration of culinary precision and inclusivity. “It’s an exquisite balance between culinary vision and no-nonsense experience,” he noted, highlighting the accessibility of the space to a broad customer base.

Menu Highlights and Grilling Focus
Grilling plays a significant role at Omny, with two dedicated grill setups supporting techniques ranging from direct-contact grilling to cast iron plate cooking. Signature items from the grill include Gambas Al Ajillo and a smoked reinterpretation of Filipino Chicken Adobo.

The menu features globally inspired yet locally rooted dishes, including Caesar Salad on Fire, The Bazaar (a rotating dish based on market availability), and handcrafted pizzas and pastas. Chef Vicky’s Sindhi heritage informs items like Tridali Dal served with lentils, black garlic, cumin, chutneys, papads, and Braised Sindhi Lamb Shanks paired with lotus stem bhuggal chawar. Other regional and international comfort dishes include Millet and Barley Khichdi, Burmese Veg Curry, and Jammu Tawi Burger featuring Jammu Kalari cheese — part of “The Burger Project by Vicky Ratnani.”

Dessert and Beverage Collabs
The dessert menu was created in collaboration with Chef Vinesh Johnny, co-founder of Lavonne Academy of Baking Science and Pastry Arts. Signature offerings include Tiramisu Baba au Rum, Mango Falooda, and Masala Chai Flan.

The coffee programme has been curated by Mithilesh Vazalwar, founder of Corridor Seven Coffee Roasters, featuring beans sourced from sustainable farms worldwide. The selection includes espresso, cappuccinos, and cold brews, aiming to complement the diverse menu.

Bar Programme and Mixology
The drinks menu, developed by mixologist Varun Sudhakar, reflects Omny’s global outlook through cocktails using local ingredients, exotic spices, and international techniques. The bar programme spans influences from Asian street food flavours to European classics and Latin American infusions, aligning with the restaurant’s cross-cultural approach.

Omny Kitchen and Bar positions itself as part of the evolving hospitality landscape in India, responding to consumer demand for globally relevant experiences paired with regional authenticity, particularly in urban markets like Gurugram.